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Solid NaOH is termed as a sodium hydroxide and also known as lye and caustic soda. Sodium hydroxide is an ionic compound as it is made of sodium, hydroxide, and metal ion. At room temperature, it is a white, odorless solid. It is available in the form of granules, pellets, and flakes. It has a high melting point and dissolves well in water. It is a very corrosive base and alkali; those decompose proteins at ordinary ambient temperatures. More